In this heartfelt episode, Curt Brown, Heather’s father-in-law, shares his profound insights on marriage, love, and resilience, drawing from his 46-year journey with his late wife, Sue. He emphasizes the importance of hard work in marriage, the significance of love as a verb, and the lessons learned through loss and caregiving. Curt also discusses navigating the empty nest phase and the vital role of prioritizing the marital relationship for a thriving family dynamic. In this conversation, Heather and Curt Brown explore the importance of prioritizing marriage, especially during the challenges of parenthood and empty nesting. They discuss the significance of caregiving, the role of faith in difficult times, and the concept of finding a 'third alternative' in disagreements within marriage. Curt shares personal experiences and insights from his journey, emphasizing the value of communication, respect, and prayer in maintaining strong relationships.

00:00 Introduction to Curt Brown
01:11 The Importance of Marriage
10:33 Navigating Loss and Caregiving
13:16 Living Love as a Verb2
8:23 Embracing the Empty Nest Phase
34:07 Prioritizing Marriage in Parenthood
38:15 Navigating Empty Nesting
39:07 The Challenges of Caregiving
47:15 Finding the Third Alternative in Marriage
57:04 Curt's Consulting Journey and Wisdom

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